Nike Flex Runner Plastic Sports Shoes from China

Entry-level running shoes featuring uppers and outer soles made primarily of rubber and plastics, designed for athletic training with cushioned midsoles. Classified under HTS 6402.19.70.61 as sports footwear valued over $6.50 but not over $12/pair, with plastic uppers dominating the external surface area per Chapter Note 4(a). Not qualifying as specialized sports footwear with spikes or cleats.

Duty Rate — China → United States

34.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Verify outer sole material contact area with ground exceeds 50% rubber/plastics per Chapter Note 4(b); document material tests to avoid reclassification

Include value declaration and country-of-origin certificates; footwear over $6.50/pair requires precise invoicing to confirm duty bracket

Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as 'casual' shoes—sports design intent must be evident from marketing and structure